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Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds and skills of Ireland's past at our Living Heritage Day, the grand finale of Heritage Week 2026.Join us on Sunday, 23rd August, from 12pm–4pm in Connaught Gardens, Athlone, for a free afternoon celebrating the traditions, crafts and stories that have shaped our community.
Watch skilled craftspeople demonstrate traditional heritage skills including lace making, wood carving, basket weaving, pottery, butter making, bread baking, bee keeping, knitting, lime plastering and more.
Enjoy live traditional music, poetry, storytelling, a pop-up Gaeltacht and family-friendly activities throughout the day.
At 2pm, we will gather at the Obelisk for a special wreath-laying ceremony honouring Ireland's veterans, followed later by the wonderful street theatre performance "What's This Heritage Malarkey All About?"
Whether you're passionate about history, looking for a great family day out, or simply curious to discover something new, there's something for everyone.
? Sunday, 23rd August 2026
? 12pm–4pm
? Connaught Gardens, Athlone
?️ Free admission
Come and celebrate the skills, stories and traditions that deserve to be treasured for generations to come.
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